Employment Law

Yes, even if someone says they were just joking, comments they made in the workplace can still constitute sexual harassment. In fact, claiming that "it was just a joke" is one of the most common excuses given when sexual harassment allegations are raised. The person...

You have put in the work. Then, a promotion you were well-positioned for goes to someone else, right as your pregnancy becomes known. It’s a difficult moment, and it’s reasonable to investigate whether unlawful discrimination is at play. Pregnancy cannot legally...

Pregnancy brings enough challenges on its own. Facing unfair treatment at work on top of that can feel overwhelming, and in Minnesota, it may also be illegal. State law goes further than federal protections in several important ways, and knowing where the line falls...

Employees have many rights related to their work conditions, some of which have to do with how they’re treated by employers. Within federal labor laws, there are specific things that workers are allowed to do. These protected activities include things like taking...

Minnesota is an at-will employment state. Either party in an employment arrangement can theoretically terminate the relationship without notice or explanation. Employers can fire workers without explaining why or providing advance notice. Workers can walk off in the...

Pregnancy can change daily life. It can also change how work feels. Some workers worry that a warning or firing happened because they are pregnant. Employers often say they acted because of job performance. In Minnesota, the law draws a clear line between these two...

Pregnant women face numerous medical challenges. They also frequently experience professional setbacks during and after pregnancy. While there are federal and state regulations prohibiting pregnancy discrimination, businesses may still try to push a pregnant worker...

Sexual harassment in the workplace has long been a serious concern, but what makes it particularly troubling is how often leaders and executives seem to escape accountability. In many organizations, leadership is shielded by layers of privilege, influence and...

Remote work has become the norm in Minnesota, allowing employees to work from the comfort of their homes. Unfortunately, harassment does not stop when work goes virtual. Any form of discrimination or harassment towards you is unlawful, even in remote settings....

Microaggressions may seem like small or harmless comments, but they can have a big impact on workplace culture. These subtle actions or remarks, often unintentional, can create an environment where more serious sexual harassment happens. Understanding how...